Federal Prosecutors Charge Hundreds in Southern District of Texas Border Crackdown
· Texas Border Business
The Southern District of Texas has initiated 296 immigration-related cases between June 5 and June 11. This includes charges against 186 individuals for illegal reentry and 65 for illegal entry, many of whom have prior convictions for serious crimes. Additionally, 41 people are accused of human smuggling activities. Notably, Pedro Martinez-Arias, a convicted felon, was apprehended after attempting to reenter the U.S. despite a previous removal. The cases are part of Operation Take Back America, aimed at combating illegal immigration and organized crime. The U.S. Attorney’s Office continues to prioritize public safety across its 43 counties.
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